League of Women Voters of California Education Fund
Santa Clara County, CA November 4, 2008 Election
	Donald R. Rocha Answers Questions Candidate for Board Member; Cambrian School District

The questions were prepared by the Leagues of Women Voters of Santa Clara County and asked of all candidates for this office.
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Questions & Answers

1. How would you determine that the schools are using federal, state and local funds wisely and fairly and how would you report your findings to the community?

I would analyze the budget reports presented to the Governing Board by the District Administration. I would request that these findings be:
-distributed to the school site committee and home and school clubs,
-make it available online,
-and ensure it is reported in each school newsletter.

2. Are the schools offering instruction appropriate to the diverse educational abilities of all the students?

Yes

3. Where do you want the District to be five years from now? What steps should the District take to get there?

I would expect the dsitrict would have higher testing scores, and it would be achieved through in-class and at-home focused efforts by the teacher, student, and parent for those students who need extra attention.

I believe what the District can do best is to provide greater resources, funds, and support to the individual schools, administration, and most important - the teachers.

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